7 in 10 Mobile Users Conduct at Least One Web-Based Activity Using Only Mobile, According to Latest Mobile Survey

A recent mobile survey conducted by Prosper Mobile Insights™ included 331 smartphone and tablet users from the SSI Panel who completed the survey on their devices. The survey was collected from 6/19 - 6/22/12. 160 respondents were male while 171 were female, and the average age of the sample was 47. Margin of error is 5.4%. The analysis reveals that many Mobile Users only use a mobile device to check their email or conduct an Internet search, and this drift away from laptops and larger screens will cause a challenge for retailers trying to reach mobile consumers with advertisements. Video could be one solution for seizing the attention of these consumers.

42.9% More Likely to Pay Attention to Video Ads vs. Standard Ads on a Smartphone/Tablet

Worthington, OH (PRWEB) July 03, 2012

It’s clear mobile devices have a strong hold on today’s consumers, as most take their devices on vacation with them to perform activities from checking personal email to locating important places. Taking it a step further, some consumers are becoming totally mobile dependent, whether at home or on the go.

Half of Mobile Users (51.1%) say they now check their email using only a mobile device, according to a recent survey conducted by Prosper Mobile Insights™. 45.3% admit to mobile-only Internet searches and 42.3% now connect with friends on Facebook sans stationary computers or other Internet-capable devices. Overall, 7 in 10 Mobile Users (69.3%) conduct at least one web-based activity solely with a smartphone or tablet:

3 in 10 say they conduct all their online banking on a mobile device while 1 in 4 treats a smartphone or tablet as a mobile mall for online purchases.

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“With consumers opting for mobile devices instead of computers for many online activities, marketers need to hone in on their targets in the traditional as well as the mobile ad space,” said Pam Goodfellow, Consumer Insights Director at BIGinsight. “Retailers need to know which types of ads their customers are most receptive to, as some may pay more attention to mobile banner ads, sponsored stories, and videos.”

Roughly 1 in 10 say they regularly pay attention to sponsored stories or links (11.2%), ads that play before/during a video (10.0%) and video ads in general (8.8%). Banner ads (8.2%) aren’t far behind in gaining regular attention, but pop-up ads (4.5%) appear to be the least liked type of mobile solicitation.

Further, 42.9% say they are more likely to focus on ads in video format, and the top reason for this special consideration is simply that video ads are more likely to grab the Mobile User’s attention:

Why More Attention to Video Ads
(Mobile Users)
More likely to grab attention: 51.3%
More enjoyable than standard ads: 34.5%
Not able to click away without watching a part of it: 30.4%
Content is more relevant: 25.2%
Similar to enjoyable ads on TV: 23.1%
Have to watch to find out what is advertised: 21.9%

Source: Prosper Mobile Insights™ Mobile Survey, Jun-12

Advertisers should be careful when evaluating the amount of time a consumer spends on an ad—30.4% say they pay more attention to video ads because they are not allowed to click away from them.

Overall, for any type of ad on a mobile device, the best plan of action for marketers is to deliver ads to the right audience. 33.5% say they are more likely to pay attention to an ad if it is relevant. 31.4% would pay more attention if there were fewer ads overall, 28.4% are attracted to funny advertisements, 24.2% seek informative ads and 23.9% are more likely to focus on eye-catching animations.

About Prosper Mobile Insights™
Prosper Mobile Insights provides companies with advanced cloud-based technology-driven solutions delivered via multiple devices (PC/Tablet/Smartphone) from the Prosper Mobile InsightCenter™. This decision center provides a comprehensive view of how consumers are using mobile devices including smartphones and tablets. The insights illustrate how consumers are engaging with digital media, including ownership, purchase intentions, activities, usage, service, influence, and ultimately how new technologies are reshaping consumers’ lives. The June mobile survey included 331 smartphone and tablet users from the SSI Panel who completed the survey on their devices. The survey was collected from 6/19 - 6/22/12 and the margin of error is 5.4%. Prosper Mobile Insights™ is a trademark of Prosper Business Development. http://www.prospermobile.com

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